For the most up to date information on 80/20 products visit 8020.net / 62 T-Slotted Aluminum Proles PROFILES Introduction to Ready Tube is an alternative to steel tubular framing; it is lightweight yet strong and durable. Ready Tube is also corrosion resistant, easy to assemble and cost-effective. Ready Tube is appropriately named; it is ready to use without the need for additional machining. With or Without Pre-Drilled Holes Ready Tube is available with or without pre-drilled holes. Proles with pre-drilled holes have 1.50 centerlines between holes, which enables quick and easy connections without the need for machining. Ready Tube also comes without pre-drilled holes which make it perfect for customized connections and readily attaching to existing builds. In addition, dirt and water have difculty getting into these proles and they are easily cleaned, making it a good t for applications in laboratories and the food industry. How Ready Tube Works The most commonly used fastener for Ready Tube is the Standard Tube Insert which requires only a wrench to connect. It includes a connector bolt, hex nut and insert that goes inside the Ready Tube prole and is accessed by the pre-drilled holes. 80/20 does offer additional fasteners for Ready Tube; for more information ip to page 417. 1 2 3 4 Ready Tube Connects in 4 Steps Connector Bolt Hex Nut Access Hole for Connector Bolt Standard Insert Threaded Hole